Junior Urban Energy Expert

Result of ServiceThe result of services is to support UNEP Cities Unit to develop a global program and partnership on Local Energy System Integration for an Affordable & Resilient Energy Transition that will bring together workstreams on cooling, buildings, district energy, transport, renewables and energy transition, and provide technical assistance to countries on integrated, sustainable and local energy system planning and implementation, with focus on the role of city and regional integrated energy planning. This will include project management support, research and drafting contributions to a global UNEP publication on implementing integrated, sustainable energy systems in cities. The Junior Urban Energy Expert will also assist in the development of a global partnership on urban energy, including partner engagement, identification and engagement with champion cities and governments, contributions to regional and global events on the subject matter, preparations of presentation, outreach and training materials and project communications. Work LocationParis Expected duration12 Months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe consultant is needed to perform tasks of a technical, organizational and administrative nature, as part of the Cities Unit of the Mitigation Branch, Climate Change Division, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Specifically, a junior urban energy expert is needed to provide technical and organizational support to UNEP in the development and delivery of a new program on 'Local Energy System Integration for an Affordable & Resilient Energy Transition' including technical research, report writing, partnership development, work plan tracking, technical event planning, communications and coordination. The position is remote based Qualifications/special skillsAdvanced University degree (Masters or equivalent) in: energy systems; engineering; urban planning; environmental studies; or a similar discipline is preferable. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of two years in a relevant field of work, preferably with a focus on urban energy, energy planning, district cooling/heating, smart grid, building energy efficiency, and/or energy policy. Excellent written and oral communications skills on energy, urban and environmental related topics and excellent mastery of Microsoft Office. Thorough familiarity with project management best practices. Practical experience in energy policy analysis in developing countries is essential. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree recognized by the United Nations LanguagesLanguages: Be fluent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.